The UEFA Champions League returns tomorrow with a thrilling match between Borussia Dortmund and Newcastle United. German club Borussia Dortmund will host the Magpies tomorrow at the iconic Signal Iduna Park, following their hard-fought victory against Newcastle United in their last UCL match.
Newcastle United have qualified for the UEFA Champions League after a long 20 years. However, the Magpies now appear to be a regular team in this competition. Newcastle United made their first upset in the Champions League by defeating Paris Saint-Germain, one of the favorites in this competition.
However, Borussia Dortmund beat Newcastle United in their last encounter, which moved the Dortmund to the 2nd place in the Group of Death. Meanwhile, Newcastle United are in 3rd despite having the same point as Borussia Dortmund because of the “Goal Difference.” Tomorrow’s game is a massive opportunity for both sides to increase the gap and go one step forward to the round of 16.
Stats & Facts
- The match between Newcastle United and Borussia Dortmund at St James Park was the first-ever meeting between both sides in European Competitions.
- Since Dortmund beat Newcastle in the first leg, they have a great opportunity to win back-to-back matches against an English side for the first time since 1997.
- Borussia Dortmund suffered a humiliating defeat in their last game in the Bundesliga, losing against Bayern Munich by a 4-0 margin. Meanwhile, Newcastle United are very thrilled following their two successive victories against big clubs like Manchester United and Arsenal.
Team News
Emere Can sustained a knock during the first leg against Newcastle United. He hasn’t recovered yet and will miss tomorrow’s clash. Mateu Morey is out of the squad for his knee injury, while Julian Duranville is unavailable due to a thigh injury.
There is also doubt over Marius Wolf, Donyell Malen, and Salih Ozcan ahead of tomorrow’s clash as they failed to play the second half during Dortmund’s defeat against Bayern Munich.
As for the Magpies, Jacob Murphy is under doubt as he got an injury during the game against Arsenal. Newcastle United will also miss the service of Matt Targett, Alexander Isak, Harvey Barnes, Elliot Anderson, Sven Botman, and Javi Manquillo due to their respective injuries. And of course, Sandro Tonali is ineligible to play for his suspension.
Possible Lineup for Dortmund:
Kobel; Wolf, Hummels, Schlotterbeck, Bensebaini; Nmecha, Ozcan, Sabitzer; Reus, Fullkrug, Adeyemi
Possible Lineup for Newcastle:
Pope; Livramento, Schar, Lascelles, Trippier; Longstaff, Guimaraes, Joelinton; Almiron, Wilson, Gordon
Prediction: Dortmund 1-1 Newcastle
As it is the home game for Borussia Dortmund, they will have a massive advantage from the iconic Signal Iduna Park. It is really difficult for any team to win against Borussia Dortmund at Signal Iduna Park. However, Newcastle United are in good shape and can hurt the home side. We, therefore, expect a very intense game tomorrow between the two sides.
Betfair Odds:
Dortmund: 2.65
Draw: 3.57
Newcastle: 2.63
Betfair Odds are available on BFB247
